Although Luka Modric wanted to continue at Real Madrid, the Croatian has accepted Florentino's decision and has had to leave. It hasn't been easy for him, since he already saw himself finishing his career at Santiago Bernabéu. At 39 years old, turning 40 in the coming months, he has been clear at all times that his next destination wouldn't be determined by money, wanting to arrive in top condition for the World Cup in the United States.
It's an open secret, but Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that, starting next season, Modric will wear Milan's colors. There is a full agreement for his signing until 2026, with the option to extend the contract until 2027. At San Siro, he'll earn €3.5 million net (3,500,000 euros) plus bonuses, having already given his "yes, I do," although setting one condition: to respect Madrid.
Luka Modric puts his signing with Milan on hold
Fabrizio Romano has revealed that, right now, Luka Modric is focused on playing his last competition with Real Madrid. He'll end his contract when his participation in the Club World Cup is over, and it'll be then when he'll undergo his medical with Milan. After that, he'll complete the final formal steps to play in Italy, being clear that this will be his next destination.
This way, the only thing Modric has asked for is to complete the move when the World Cup ends, something Milan has respected. The Croatian is fully focused on finishing his time with the white team in the best possible way, trying to leave a great memory behind.
Luka Modric, focused on Madrid
At all times, the Croatian was willing to keep defending the Madrid jersey, but in the upper echelons of Chamartín, they believe his time is more than over.
The gratitude toward Luka Modric is immense, as he'll give everything until the end for this jersey. Afterwards, he'll head to Milan to try to revive a historic team that won't play in Europe next season. This last campaign, it finished eighth in Serie A and has already signed Allegri as its new coach.
There is a clear plan at Milan: it wants to return to the top by taking advantage of the experience of people who have succeeded in this. Such is the case of Luka Modric, who will keep playing at the highest level to be at his best for his last appearance with Croatia.